“I am beyond excited and grateful in my new role as the talent buyer for the iconic Shrine Expo Hall & Auditorium,” comments Yacoubian, who has been with the company since 2009, “and the opportunity to continue to grow within Goldenvoice.”

Goldenvoice, a subsidiary of AEG, produces several festivals, most notably Coachella, as well as operating 14 mid-sized venues and promoting 1,800 shows+ per year year. Its UK operation, Goldenvoice UK, similarly promotes concerts in Britain, and co-produced with AEG Presents Gorillaz’ recent Demon Dayz festival in Margate.

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